How to eat for a healthy heart
We all know that nutrition is critical for a healthy heart. You can reduce your risk by not having to sacrifice everything you enjoy. Oh, and don't forget regular exercise in the equation!
1. Reduce the amount of saturated fat in your diet.Include fruit and veg, and whole grains in your diet.
2. Reduce the amount of cholesterol in your diet. High cholesterol leads to raised blood levels. Foods from plant sources don't have cholesterol.
3. Select fibre-rich foods to make up around 50% of your calorie requirements - breads, cereals, pasta, grains, fruits and vegetables.
4. Limit your sodium intake. Remember, many of your daily foods are already high in sodium. Check the labels.
5. Include a reasonable serving of protein daily.
6. Drink alchol in moderation.
7. Select broiled, baked, steamed or poached pultry, fish or meat rather than fried.
8. Reduce your dessert intake and go low fat or fruit if you need to eat dessert.
9. Keep portion sizes to a minimum. Slow down your eating, chew slowly and don't over-eat.
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